Description
A sizzling Tex-Mex favorite featuring marinated steak, chicken, or shrimp paired with vibrant peppers and onions, served in warm tortillas for a flavorful and customizable meal.
Ingredients
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For the Protein:
- 1 lb skirt steak, chicken breasts, or shrimp
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
For the Veggies:
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- Jalapeños (optional)
For Serving:
- Flour or corn tortillas
- Toppings: guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, pico de gallo
Instructions
- Marinate the Meat: Combine lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Marinate your choice of protein (steak, chicken, or shrimp) for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Meat: Heat a grill or cast iron skillet over high heat. Grill the meat for 4-5 minutes per side (for steak or chicken) or cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until fully cooked. Rest the steak or chicken before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté the bell peppers, onions, and jalapeños until softened and slightly charred.
- Assemble the Fajitas: Serve the meat and vegetables on warm tortillas with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 per serving
Keywords: fajitas, Tex-Mex fajitas, steak fajitas, chicken fajitas, shrimp fajitas, vegetarian fajitas, fajita seasoning